Kathy Jean Kelly resident of Rye Texas passed away at her home on 9/10/2023 after a lengthy battle with cancer.

She is resting peacefully in the arms of our Lord. Kathy was born in Houston Tx on July 25th 1955 to Kennard Williams and Billie Phipps. She met Ralph Kelly and was wed on July the 7th 1972. Always loving the outdoors, on a sunny day she could be found gardening and cultivating flower beds one of her favorite past times. She also loved to sew and quilt spending hours making quilts for her grandchildren to whom she was known as Nana.

She loved to fish and spend time with family most of all with her grandchildren. Her loving smile and warm hugs will be sorely missed by all.

Kathy is survived by husband Ralph Kelly of Rye Tx, son Jason Kelly and wife Tammie of Moss Hill Tx, daughter Kristina Kelly of Rye Tx, grandchildren Matthew and Sarah Kelly of Moss Hill Tx. As well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at Cochran Funeral home 406 N Yaupon Ave, Livingston Tx 77351 Wednesday 9/13/23 from 5-6PM Family and 6-7PM Friends.

Graveside service to be held at Holly Grove Cemetery 494 County line Rd south Livingston Tx 77351. Thursday 9/14/23 at 10:00 AM.